Keep groups small—three to five committed members—and rotate who leads each session with an agenda sent a day ahead.
Use timed problem sets followed by peer explanations. Teaching clarifies thinking; passive attendance does not.
Set social boundaries: mute group chats during deep-work hours and agree on no gossip during study blocks. Respect when someone needs a break from meetings.
Roles and rules
Rotate who brings questions each week; ban pure gossip during the block. Small groups (three to five) outperform large noisy chats.
When to leave
If sessions become competitive put-downs or one person dominates, exit politely—your mental peace is part of preparation.